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Nomi Ruiz Takes a 'Progressive' Trans Role in New Film Haymaker
Haymaker, out January 29, is a point of pride for singer-songwriter and actress Nomi Ruiz.“I was really excited to be a part of Haymaker because it was really more progressive than anything I’ve seen before,” Ruiz tells The Advocate.In the film, Ruiz plays a nightclub performer, who like the actress is trans, of Puerto Rican descent, and named Nomi. She is rescued from a male aggressor by club bouncer Nick (Nick Sasso), who becomes her protector and confidant.